How an Outdated Pushrod Engine Became GM’s Legendary LS V8

What we refer to today as the LS family of engines usually refers to the third and fourth generations of Chevrolet’s ...
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Boost a Junkyard LS Engine Without Breaking the Bank

We like to think that words such as "cheap" or "easy" apply to some of the things we do with our cars. When it comes to budget builds, the LS family of engines is a great platform, especially when a ...
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Install and Dyno of RHS New LS7 Heads

There's no official metric that keeps track of this sort of thing, but it's quite possible that the LS-series small-block has risen to global domination faster than any platform in the history of ...
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The GM engine family is so reliable it's still in production after 30 years

When discussing engines with legendary longevity, few can match the Chevrolet small-block V-8's sheer lifespan. The LS-based Chevy small block V-8 was introduced in 1997. It will soon reach 30 years ...
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The legendary Chevy LS engine: How it redefined performance standards

Iconic engines. Think Honda's K-Series, Toyota's 2JZ-GTE, McLaren F1's V12, to name a few. In the last century, America has been the home of several iconic engines, from the Willys "Go-Devil" that ...
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What's The Difference Between An LS And A Vortec Engine?

Over the years, General Motors has employed several eight-cylinder engine designs ranging from the inline "Straight-8" to the current LT1 V8. However, many agree that the small-block LS engines were ...
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5 Classics That Make Perfect LS Engine Swap Candidates

Owning a classic car, truck, or SUV is a largely joyful experience, but there are definite pitfalls that come with the territory. Having a vehicle that is decades old in your driveway or garage often ...